In this episode of FILMD Chats, Zain sit's down with award-winning filmmaker Nicolai Schumann, writer and director of The Lonely Musketeer, a gripping psychological thriller crafted with one actor, one room, and a whole lot of creative risk. Nicolai shares the story behind skipping the short film route and diving straight into feature filmmaking. Revealing the challenges of writing in isolation, producing independently, and building a visually compelling narrative on a tight budget. From his influences and inspirations to his bold stylistic choices and festival success at Raindance, this conversation is a masterclass in storytelling, perseverance, and breaking conventions. Whether you're a screenwriter, director, or first-time filmmaker, this is one you won’t want to miss.